Ideally, you will be in regular contact with your referee or referees throughout your job search. If they are a great sponsor of yours, they may also be a mentor to you, and you may want to seek their guidance throughout your job search.

Whether you have been in regular contact with your referee or not, it is essential you give them a call before they receive a call from the employer. You need to be quick with this, as the recruiter or employer may call your referee straight after the interview.